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Final Defendant in Morrisseau Art Fraud Case to Stand Trial Before Barrie Jury

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Barrie, Ontario—The much-anticipated trial of the final defendant in the Morrisseau art fraud case is set to commence in Barrie, with jury selection expected to draw significant public interest. The case revolves around allegations of forgery and misrepresentation involving the works of renowned Anishinaabe artist Norval Morrisseau. This trial will feature Kenneth A. Bawden, who faces multiple charges in connection with the selling of what prosecutors describe as counterfeit Morrisseau paintings. The accusations suggest that some artworks purportedly created by Morrisseau were, in fact, forgeries crafted by others, raising questions about authenticity in the art … Read more

Judge Rules Shooting Defendant Mentally Incompetent, Trial Delayed Amid Concerns Over Capacity and Safety

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Washington, D.C. — A man accused of a non-fatal shooting was declared mentally incompetent to stand trial during a court hearing on August 5. This ruling comes as Kevin Harrison, 24, faces multiple charges including unlawful discharge of a firearm and possession of an unregistered firearm stemming from an incident that occurred on June 26, 2023, on the 2100 block of Georgia Avenue, NW. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the shooting. During the hearing, Harrison’s defense attorney, Patrick Nowak, requested a Jackson finding, which indicates that the defendant is unable to comprehend the charges … Read more

Jury Selection Kicks Off in High-Stakes 2020 Murder Trial of Durham Defendant

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DURHAM, N.C. — Jury selection is set to commence in the high-profile murder trial involving a Durham resident accused of killing a man in 2020. The case has garnered significant attention from the local community, highlighting issues surrounding crime and justice in the area. The defendant, whose identity has not been disclosed, faces charges stemming from an incident that resulted in the death of an individual in a public setting. Law enforcement officials reported that the events surrounding the murder attracted considerable media coverage, raising public interest in the trial’s proceedings. As jury selection approaches, … Read more

Jury Delivers Victory for Defendant in High-Stakes $33 Million Motorcycle Crash Lawsuit

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A jury has ruled in favor of the defendant in a high-stakes motorcycle collision case that sought $33 million in damages. The decision was made after a trial that brought forth conflicting accounts from both sides regarding the events leading up to the crash. The case involved a motorcycle rider who sustained serious injuries in an accident with a car. The rider claimed that the car driver acted negligently, leading to the collision. The victim’s legal team argued that the driver was responsible for the injuries and demanded a substantial sum … Read more